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Title: okuma reel
Post by: mike.d. on April 24, 2009, 11:58:44 CET
just sorting out my fishing stuff, and came across an okuma sting ray reel, 5 340, gears 4.1  does anyone know anything about this reel, is it any good, what type of fishing is it good for, maybe just the dustbin.
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Post by: robby017 on April 24, 2009, 13:29:05 CET
any pics?
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Post by: mike.d. on April 24, 2009, 16:31:42 CET
i could take pics and email them, dont know how to post on site.
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Post by: robby017 on April 24, 2009, 16:50:59 CET
email to me and i'll upload them for you on this thread....... robby017@hotmail.com
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Post by: OKUMA-1976 on April 24, 2009, 22:08:44 CET
a stingray 340 is a 3 BB reel still in production to date and was a great success to tho okuma company.

ideal for pier fishing will still give you years of great moments with little maintenance.

bertu
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Post by: mike.d. on April 25, 2009, 06:10:19 CET
thanks for relpy, guess i have to learn about drag, etc, now.
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Post by: shanook on April 25, 2009, 07:55:29 CET
all u have to do is ask Mike u know that and I am sure that Okuma will give u a hand if not well there are lots of guys here to do that........
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Post by: mike.d. on April 25, 2009, 10:05:33 CET
thanks tony, i have lost the box etc so i will be asking questions, thanks again.
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Post by: robby017 on April 25, 2009, 11:10:28 CET
reel looks great mike..... will upload pics later for u... that reel in malta would be good for squid fishing, bottom fishing in harbours and also light spinning.... seems to be in great shape though
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Post by: robby017 on April 25, 2009, 11:31:36 CET
okuma sting ray reel, 5 340, gears 4.1 ----> Pics  :)
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Post by: mike.d. on April 26, 2009, 15:25:29 CET
does anyone know the address of okuma, or a web site, i need a spare spool, everytime i try the web it comes up address invalid,
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Post by: shanook on April 26, 2009, 16:24:30 CET
mike there is an okuma representative here in Malta.....if you go to 'ta Bormla' at Mosta, he sells okuma reels and he will contact the okuma representative to get u a new reel.
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Post by: mulett75 on April 26, 2009, 19:22:39 CET
Okuma Rells are represented by a guy named Norbert, I beleive he resides in Zejtun. Any abody wishes his number, I think i can obtain it
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Post by: shanook on April 26, 2009, 20:17:35 CET
he used to live at Zejtun i believe he moved
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Post by: skip on April 26, 2009, 20:29:07 CET
I believe the best contact point is via Ta'Bormla
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Post by: kris on April 26, 2009, 21:22:14 CET
ta bormla gets okuma reels and he also is a very nice and helpfull chap!! give him a call and try your luck ;)
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Post by: placebo on April 26, 2009, 22:34:45 CET
Mike should you like help regarding a spare spool for the Stingray I will try help you out.

mssg me personal or just give me a call on 79476448

Else if u happen to be in Mosta check in Ta'Bormla stores.
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Post by: BAKSI on April 26, 2009, 23:46:44 CET
Ta Bormla shop at Mosta is agood point of reference for okuma reels. Mario Vella the owner is a very helpfull person.
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Post by: LapsiBoy on April 26, 2009, 23:47:20 CET
2 placebo's? xD
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Post by: mike.d. on April 27, 2009, 06:19:07 CET
WOW,thanks to everyone for replies, will be visiting mosta on tuesday, as monday is mad market day, and parking is a nightmare, once again a big thanks to all. :o :o :o
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Post by: mike.d. on April 28, 2009, 13:36:08 CET
been to mosta today, think i am sorted, great guy, great service, looks like i am getting a rod as well, thanks again to all especially tony,for the info. ;D ;D ;D 8) 8) 8)
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Post by: Destination Sea on May 17, 2009, 13:32:22 CET
Someone mentioned ta bormla in mosta so l went there on saturday to see for a second rod. Bought a Mitchell rod 1.71 50/80lb and a okuma titus 20L . Two lures and 60 line. It  the first time i ve been their and prices are good and their service is honest. They also give 2 years Gtee on both the rod and reel.I already have a classic okuma 300l on the other rod and found it good. This titus is with lever drag etc and look pretty sound and solid. Hope it brings luck ;D ;D
(ghax xotta qed tkun)
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Post by: shanook on May 17, 2009, 20:00:14 CET
good thing that u sorted everything out. Apart from being good reels the okuma rep is very down to earth and does his best to help. I think he also now represents Penn so thats good news for penn owners.............
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Post by: placebo on May 18, 2009, 19:59:51 CET
There's the elusive Penn from USA at last.

you'll see some good stuff this summer.
All comes with a 2 year guarantee.

Ta' Bormla stores in Mosta with the full range shortly.............
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Post by: shanook on May 19, 2009, 08:10:56 CET
I just bought a few pairs of gloves for grabbing fish as well as braided line. They are very well made and by Mitchell, a good brand name. Busu tried them out on braided line as we got stuck a few times and they performed excellently.
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Post by: TaKinu on May 19, 2009, 16:15:39 CET
Any one tell me where I found this shop? Ta Bormla Stores Mosta?
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Post by: benri on May 19, 2009, 16:42:24 CET
Yes Takinu - It's in Mosta - Further up from the church going towards st. paul's bay on the left hand side of the road. The shop is in a corner.
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Post by: TaKinu on May 19, 2009, 23:02:19 CET
Thanks Benri for your help
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Post by: shanook on May 21, 2009, 16:03:06 CET
the penn (USA are here) I saw one at ta Bormla and to tell u the truth it is WOW 2speed mmmmmmmm
I am still an Okuma guy but I like the Penn that I saw.........
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Post by: kris on May 21, 2009, 16:19:30 CET
if you know where hsbc is, it's a couple of blocks up ;)
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Post by: ciappinu on May 21, 2009, 20:33:27 CET
Ta Bormla is a good shop, I buy most of the stuff from there. They are very well equipped and their prices are ok. Besides he is a very nice guy.
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Post by: maltembu on May 22, 2009, 10:32:16 CET
I just bought my first okuma, the zeon zn 80 and I must say that i'm quite impressed.. and good value for money... The chap is very helpful also... :)